Cheap Flights Guangzhou to Shanghai from £47

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Shanghai (SHA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Air China offers one-way fares as low as £47 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CAN to PVG on Sat, Sep 26), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £93 departing on Tue, Sep 1 and returning on Mon, Sep 7.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Air China Hainan Airlines China Southern Airlines Juneyao Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is the flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Shanghai (SHA)?

  It takes about 2 hours 19 minutes to fly from Guangzhou (CAN) to Shanghai (SHA).

• When is the best time to book flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 320 flight per week flying from Guangzhou to Shanghai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air China: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CA3541 (16:01) Juneyao Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- HO7449 (11:14) Xiamen Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MF3716 (15:50)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

  To find best deals on flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Sep 26, with one-way flights priced at just £47.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air China.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shanghai travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai on August 31, 2026 with China Eastern Airlines, with prices starting at £52.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Shanghai from Guangzhou?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai, with Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (CAN-PVG) is by far the most common option on this route: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

• What is the time difference between Guangzhou and Shanghai?

  The time difference between Shanghai and Guangzhou is 0m.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Guangzhou to Shanghai is £83. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a return flight from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Guangzhou to Shanghai is £147. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Guangzhou to Shanghai on Trip.com?

  Enter Guangzhou and Shanghai, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Guangzhou to Shanghai route?

  Spring Airlines and 9 Airare the most popular budget airlines flying from Guangzhou to Shanghai. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.